Lucas Vafai

• Support capital formation and business development initiatives for Tikehau Capital's first Canadian office, focusing on institutional investor engagement.
• Conduct market and fund research across private equity, private credit, and real assets strategies, contributing to client-facing materials and investor discussions.
• Partner with investment, fundraising, and technology teams on projects spanning alternative investments, investor relations, and AI-enabled business solutions.

• Supported a senior private banker on investment research, thematic investing initiatives, and client content development.
• Authored market commentary and published thought leadership pieces covering value investing, emerging markets, energy markets, and autonomous driving.
• Engaged with portfolio managers, relationship managers, and asset management firms to develop investment insights and communicate complex market themes to clients.

• Developed a Python automation tool integrating CRM data into customized marketing workflows, improving operational efficiency.
• Designed and implemented eight segmented email campaigns tailored to different stages of the client acquisition process.
• Supported business development and client engagement initiatives through data-driven marketing and sales support.

• Acted as treasurer of an association dedicated to educating disabled children about the role of exercise in their day to day life.

• Bussing tables in Ottawa's busiest buffet restaurant.
• Worked in a high intensity, high pressure job, while maintaining excellent customer service.

• Supported daily operations and customer service in fast-paced setting.
• Developed efficiency and communication skills in team environment.

• Conducted customer research and outreach supporting product adoption.